Property Management
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How often do I need to empty my septic tank?
Read more: How often do I need to empty my septic tank?How often the septic tank must be emptied depends on the volume of the tank relative to the input of solids, the amount of indigestible solids, and the ambient temperature (because anaerobic digestion occurs more efficiently at higher temperatures), as well as usage, system characteristics. Some systems require pumping every few years or sooner, while […]
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Who is responsible for clearing septic tanks and cesspits?
Read more: Who is responsible for clearing septic tanks and cesspits?Whoever uses any septic tank or cesspit for their waste is responsible for removing the sludge (septic tank) or emptying (cesspit). Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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Do Jungle Property deal with the arrangements for utility payments between tenancies?
Read more: Do Jungle Property deal with the arrangements for utility payments between tenancies?We will on behalf of the outgoing tenant notify, at the end of the tenancy, the local authority responsible for the collection of Council Tax and any providers of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services to the property and where applicable provide meter readings and a forwarding address […]
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Do I need to have my chimney swept every 9 months?
Read more: Do I need to have my chimney swept every 9 months?Yes for all the tenancies we grant, the tenant agrees to at least once every nine months of the tenancy to have working chimneys at the property made use of by the tenant swept by an appropriate person. Contract aside, the frequency of chimney sweeping is covered by: Manufacturers instructions for any stove installed in […]
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My property has failed the gas safety check but passed last year, why?
Read more: My property has failed the gas safety check but passed last year, why?The warning notice issued by the engineer will explain why the gas fitting has failed the safety check and what needs to be done before the installation can be safely used again. If you would like a more detailed technical explanation, please contact the engineer who issued the warning notice. It is is important that […]
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My rental property is listed, does it need to meet the minimum level of energy efficiency?
Read more: My rental property is listed, does it need to meet the minimum level of energy efficiency?No The Regulations only apply to those domestic properties which are legally required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). This means properties required to have an EPC by any of the following:The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007, The Building Regulations 2010, The Energy Performance of Buildings (England […]
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How can I reduce the risk from Legionella in a garden water butt?
Read more: How can I reduce the risk from Legionella in a garden water butt?• Keep water butts clean by emptying and scrubbing out once a year. • Keep water butts in a cool position as far as practically possible. Insulate them to help prevent temperatures increasing in warm weather or paint them with a light colour to reflect the light. • If the temperature of the water for […]
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How do I thaw a frozen condensate pipe?
Read more: How do I thaw a frozen condensate pipe?Frozen condensate pipes are a common problem in extremely cold weather causing the boiler to fail. Thawing frozen condensate pipes is a tenant repairing obligation. If the pipe was not properly insulated or installed so that it sags or has an inadequate downward slope preventing water from draining, it is a landlord repairing obligation. Still […]
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Who is responsible for the utilities in my property during a void period?
Read more: Who is responsible for the utilities in my property during a void period?The landlord is responsible for any Council Tax liability and the cost of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services during the void period, until the property is occupied by a new tenant. If your property is managed by Jungle Property, we will on your behalf notify, at the end of the […]
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A neighbour has complained about noise from my tenant what should I do?
Read more: A neighbour has complained about noise from my tenant what should I do?Complaints made by neighbours about tenants need to be treated with caution and the following points carefully considered: Further Reading Report a noise nuisance to your local council Noise nuisance: how councils deal with complaints Worthington & Parkin v Metroploitan Housing Trust Ltd Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at […]